#1
Which of the following bones is NOT part of the shoulder?
Femur
ExplanationThe femur is the thigh bone and is not part of the shoulder anatomy.
#2
What is the medical term for the 'shoulder blade'?
Scapula
ExplanationScapula is the medical term for the 'shoulder blade'.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a type of shoulder dislocation?
Superior dislocation
ExplanationSuperior dislocation is not a type of shoulder dislocation.
#4
Which of the following ligaments connects the clavicle to the scapula?
Acromioclavicular ligament
ExplanationThe Acromioclavicular ligament connects the clavicle to the scapula.
#5
The shoulder joint is classified as which type of joint?
Ball and socket joint
ExplanationThe shoulder joint is classified as a ball and socket joint.
#6
Which ligament stabilizes the front of the shoulder joint?
Glenohumeral ligament
ExplanationThe Glenohumeral ligament stabilizes the front of the shoulder joint.
#7
Which muscle is NOT part of the rotator cuff?
Teres major
ExplanationTeres major is not one of the rotator cuff muscles.
#8
What is the common name for the condition characterized by inflammation of the shoulder tendons and bursa?
Bursitis
ExplanationBursitis is the common name for inflammation of the shoulder tendons and bursa.
#9
The rotator cuff muscles primarily function to:
Stabilize the shoulder joint
ExplanationThe rotator cuff muscles primarily function to stabilize the shoulder joint.
#10
Which of the following conditions involves the formation of calcium deposits in the tendons of the shoulder muscles?
Calcific tendinitis
ExplanationCalcific tendinitis involves the formation of calcium deposits in the tendons of the shoulder muscles.
#11
Which of the following is a common symptom of a shoulder labrum tear?
Pain that worsens with movement
ExplanationPain that worsens with movement is a common symptom of a shoulder labrum tear.
#12
Which nerve is commonly affected in shoulder dislocations or fractures, leading to weakness in shoulder abduction and external rotation?
Axillary nerve
ExplanationThe Axillary nerve is commonly affected in shoulder dislocations or fractures, leading to weakness in shoulder abduction and external rotation.